A major ethnic rebel group in Myanmar announced a cease-fire with the military on Wednesday, following talks mediated by China. This agreement eases months of intense conflict in the country's northeast, near the Chinese border.

The Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) ceasefire is a significant victory for Myanmar's military government, helping them to reclaim territories before elections slated for December 28. However, these elections have been criticized for excluding main opposition parties.

China, with vested geopolitical and economic interests in Myanmar, facilitated the negotiations. China remains a crucial ally for Myanmar's military, which seized power in 2021, leading to widespread protests and subsequent conflict.

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